When I took my Advanced Motorcyclists Course, we were taught to 'get to the front' to reduce danger to ourselves. 25 years later and much old, wiser, and experienced, safety is still very important but achieved in other ways.
As a person who rides only small bikes (125 & 225cc) I almost seem to spend more time in my mirrors than looking forward! Being aware of what’s going on behind me is (I think) what keeps me alive and able to continue riding motorcycles. Thanks for another great video. Les
Your video’s are as yet my only link to training. Bike safe have not come back to me yet and IAM, I am not ready for. I bought an 1200RT after a 25yr break. I thought I would be ok. I’m crap! I know what I should be doing but am far from doing it all. It only arrived at the weekend and so far I have only done 20miles. It was wet and slippery. I wish you lived nearer! I could do with a few hours with your guidance! Thanks for the videos.
Hi… I just read your comment about feeling like ‘your crap!’ and ‘not ready’ for the IAM. Firstly, you’re definitely not crap, you’re just aware that you could do with some help. That’s a hugely positive step… and I would urge you to reconsider contacting your local IAM branch and have a chat with them about your experiences and feelings about your riding. You may well be pleasantly surprised, as I’m sure they’d be able to help you with whatever your needs are. I’m not affiliated to the IAM or any training body… but I used to be a CBT instructor and would always recommend to new riders, or those returning to biking after a time away, to get some further training. I certainly felt the benefits, when I got some training… which is why I wanted to reply. A lot of people feel just like you do, but give the guys a call wherever you are… I’m sure they’d be more than happy to help. All the best, Adam 🤗👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you for your comments. As the other viewer says, it’s worth talking to IAM. If you don’t find what you need there it’s worth searching on the gov.uk website for Find an ERS trainer. ERS tends to be more gentle if you need to refresh or develop the more basic skills. Alternatively any good independent trainer who is flexible would help you along the way. The RT is a great bike, but might be a little intimidating initially if a refresher is needed. But, once those skills are brought out, the RT will be a rewarding and enjoyable machine to ride, their handling is excellent. I hope you get on well, if I can advise further please drop me a message. All the best
This is my daily challenge as a 50cc scooter rider...Wherever I can, I let the traffic behind me pass me. Seeing, there's nobody behind me in the rearview mirror is the best thing...
Happens many times at that junction - was a fatality a few years back. People race each other off the lights before it goes to a single lane, have to have eyes in the back of your head with so many bad drivers around. The life saver is literally that, that junction the other way to the round-a-bout had someone turn left from the right lane, thankfully looked over my shoulder and saw the van, had to turn left to avoid the collision.
Wise words ....So important to be mindful that there are volatile roadusers out there. Some do not care if they injure others or worse & some will actually do so
Agree as always, If I can't turn off I just make it easy for them to pass. Off topic, those gloves look cosy, heated? I'm not a fan of a bulky glove but those look Ok
Many thanks. My gloves are an of pair, about 17 years old! Made by Stadler in Germany, as supplied back in the day to the German Polizei. Pretty warm, a little bulky as you say but not awful!
Going through traffic lights is a nightmare. Going through the traffic lights 30 mph green light and the car behind you speeding up doing 40 50mph inches off your back end.
Absolutely did the right thing getting out of their way. The tussle between those two drivers had obviously happened further down the road. You can see the Land Rover edges out trying to prevent the Audi from overtaking across the opposite carriageway right turn lane, and then heads quickly in pursuit. Whatever spat is going on between those two reckless drivers I certainly would not want to be part of it. Get out of the way as quickly as possible, safely. Get to ride home once again.
I find it so frustrating when you witness awful driving as shown in your video there is never any Police present! I had a delivery van driver tailgating me recently, turning into a side road I felt was the safest and only option available to me.
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When I took my Advanced Motorcyclists Course, we were taught to 'get to the front' to reduce danger to ourselves.
25 years later and much old, wiser, and experienced, safety is still very important but achieved in other ways.
As a person who rides only small bikes (125 & 225cc) I almost seem to spend more time in my mirrors than looking forward! Being aware of what’s going on behind me is (I think) what keeps me alive and able to continue riding motorcycles. Thanks for another great video. Les
My behind is feeling quite safe thank you.
😆 pleased to hear it!
A good reminder. Thank you.
Thanks Phil, very helpful. As said in other comments good to think about an escape route.
Just passed my das. Totally agree with your thoughts. If anybody behind me is driving aggressively or too close. I always let them pass.
Being aware of who or what is behind me, Is one of my weak spots.😀
Every time I go through that road I’m always anticipating a bike to come screaming down the side
Your video’s are as yet my only link to training. Bike safe have not come back to me yet and IAM, I am not ready for. I bought an 1200RT after a 25yr break. I thought I would be ok. I’m crap! I know what I should be doing but am far from doing it all. It only arrived at the weekend and so far I have only done 20miles. It was wet and slippery. I wish you lived nearer! I could do with a few hours with your guidance! Thanks for the videos.
Hi… I just read your comment about feeling like ‘your crap!’ and ‘not ready’ for the IAM. Firstly, you’re definitely not crap, you’re just aware that you could do with some help. That’s a hugely positive step… and I would urge you to reconsider contacting your local IAM branch and have a chat with them about your experiences and feelings about your riding. You may well be pleasantly surprised, as I’m sure they’d be able to help you with whatever your needs are. I’m not affiliated to the IAM or any training body… but I used to be a CBT instructor and would always recommend to new riders, or those returning to biking after a time away, to get some further training. I certainly felt the benefits, when I got some training… which is why I wanted to reply. A lot of people feel just like you do, but give the guys a call wherever you are… I’m sure they’d be more than happy to help. All the best, Adam 🤗👍🏻👍🏻
@@adamnunn9723Thanks. OK, I’ll give them a call.
Thank you for your comments. As the other viewer says, it’s worth talking to IAM.
If you don’t find what you need there it’s worth searching on the gov.uk website for Find an ERS trainer. ERS tends to be more gentle if you need to refresh or develop the more basic skills. Alternatively any good independent trainer who is flexible would help you along the way. The RT is a great bike, but might be a little intimidating initially if a refresher is needed. But, once those skills are brought out, the RT will be a rewarding and enjoyable machine to ride, their handling is excellent. I hope you get on well, if I can advise further please drop me a message. All the best
This is my daily challenge as a 50cc scooter rider...Wherever I can, I let the traffic behind me pass me. Seeing, there's nobody behind me in the rearview mirror is the best thing...
Happens many times at that junction - was a fatality a few years back. People race each other off the lights before it goes to a single lane, have to have eyes in the back of your head with so many bad drivers around. The life saver is literally that, that junction the other way to the round-a-bout had someone turn left from the right lane, thankfully looked over my shoulder and saw the van, had to turn left to avoid the collision.
scanning constantly for an escape route if needed
Wise words ....So important to be mindful that there are volatile roadusers out there. Some do not care if they injure others or worse & some will actually do so
Great advice
Agree as always, If I can't turn off I just make it easy for them to pass. Off topic, those gloves look cosy, heated? I'm not a fan of a bulky glove but those look Ok
Many thanks. My gloves are an of pair, about 17 years old! Made by Stadler in Germany, as supplied back in the day to the German Polizei. Pretty warm, a little bulky as you say but not awful!
@@MotorcyclePWR Ah, I have Stadler Jacket and Trousers, great quality, really good for riding in, not so good for walking!
Going through traffic lights is a nightmare. Going through the traffic lights 30 mph green light and the car behind you speeding up doing 40 50mph inches off your back end.
Better to have them in front of you than behind you.
🏍😎👍
Absolutely did the right thing getting out of their way.
The tussle between those two drivers had obviously happened further down the road.
You can see the Land Rover edges out trying to prevent the Audi from overtaking across the opposite carriageway right turn lane, and then heads quickly in pursuit.
Whatever spat is going on between those two reckless drivers I certainly would not want to be part of it.
Get out of the way as quickly as possible, safely.
Get to ride home once again.
It's quite hard to get out of the way of basically everybody. They mostly look at their phones while driving. That should be a capital offense.
I find it so frustrating when you witness awful driving as shown in your video there is never any Police present!
I had a delivery van driver tailgating me recently, turning into a side road I felt was the safest and only option available to me.